Description

7-Methylnaphthalene-1-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized naphthalene derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures with tailored properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its naphthalene core for biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for electron-transport or host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Chemistry: Functionalized to create advanced dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays and imaging.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into specialty polymers to modify thermal stability, optical properties, or mechanical strength.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	7-Methylnaphthalene-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	35387-22-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 7-methyl-; 7-Methyl-1-naphthoic acid; 7-Methyl-1-naphthalenecarboxylic acid; 7-Methylnaphthalene-1-carboxylic acid; 7-Methyl-1-naphthoic acid; 7-Methyl-1-naphthalene carboxylic acid; 7-Methyl-1-naphthylcarboxylic acid; 7-Methylnaphthalenecarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Methylnaphthalene-1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with complete batch-specific data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.